A story about embracing what makes you different—
and discovering that it might be your greatest strength.
Because every kid deserves to feel seen
Written together, this story was inspired by our daughter Avery, who developed vitiligo at a young age. What started with uncertainty slowly became something she learned to embrace—on her own timeline, in her own way.
This book is for kids who are learning how to feel comfortable in their own skin…and for parents who want to support them, even when they don’t always know what to say.
The Authors
(mom and daughter)
About the Book
This isn’t just a story—it’s a starting point.
A way to begin difficult conversations about feeling different, and learning to accept what makes us unique.
It also opens the door to noticing and appreciating the differences in others, and helping kids build empathy, curiosity, and respect for the people around them.
The books are being printed now and are set to ship out June ‘26. When you preorder your copy now, you’ll receive a signed copy as well as the exclusive goodies!
Pre-order Bonuses
Pre-order Bonuses
A Little Extra Support for the Parents Too.
When you preorder, you’ll receive a simple, thoughtful Parent Companion Guide designed to help you continue the conversation beyond the book.
Because knowing what to say isn’t always easy—and you don’t have to figure it out alone.
When you preorder your copy now, you’ll also receive a signed copy as well as some exclusive goodies we’ll be sending out in the first shipments that you won’t want to miss!
Help bring this story to even more families.
Whether it’s a classroom, a waiting room, or a place where kids are learning, growing, or navigating something new—What Makes You…YOU! was created to be shared.
If you’re interested in ordering books in bulk for your school, office, organization, or community, we’d love to connect and make it easy. Minimum order is 25 books.
